Future Ready

With the increasing frequency of weather events and disasters like hurricanes and droughts, the urgency of addressing climate change is becoming apparent to many of us in an immediate, here-and-now kind of way. The business community has a responsibility to work toward the large shifts and broad-based actions that, research tells us, are our best bet at avoiding climate-related devastation. Thankfully, people are beginning to step up to the plate in an unprecedented way, and new projects and concepts are revolutionizing the way we think about sustainability--not to mention accelerating our journey toward a more planet-friendly future. Within this context, all of us have the opportunity to rethink our sustainability strategy and follow in the footsteps of climate leaders. In Future Ready , readers are introduced to the basics of climate science, as well as the latest trends and findings, so they can build a deep understanding of the issues facing humanity today. Then, the authors provide a refreshingly practical approach to the organizational strategy of sustainability and climate change resilience. This book covers concrete risks and opportunities related to climate change, and it also offers useful strategies--along with specific examples of their implementation--that leaders can use to operationalize a commitment to sustainability and ensure future success. Readers can start implementing the ideas in this book today, as they begin to define goals and targets that make sense for their unique organizations. Illuminating the process of designing, implementing, and iterating a sustainability strategy that delivers real results, Future Ready will inspire leaders everywhere to confront climate change in earnest.